Treatment Philosophy

Our "client-centered" care philosophy sets us apart from other Southern California or even Pasadena drug treatment programs.  "Program-centered" treatment is when the client must conform to the program (duration, structure, set treatment plan) and while it works for many clients, this approach is inhibits growth and promotes conformity with which many individuals are uncomfortable. With client-centered care, however, each person moves through treatment at his own pace. As with any disease, one size does not fit all. .

The needs of our clients drive the focus of our Pasadena rehabilitation center and our organization. The Gooden Center, through its affiliates, also provides drug detox and alcohol detox.  Clients collaborate with their counselors and peers to develop individualized goals, which become the blueprint for their care here and beyond. Being a co-architect in his own recovery helps the client become more actively involved in the successful building of his sober foundation and our treatment follow up monitoring has also given many clients strength and hope after treatment.

When you or your loved one is assessed as part of the intake procedure, our clinical staff will recommend an affordable substance abuse treatment option that is most appropriate. We use the guidelines established by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (A.S.A.M.). Based on over 44 years of helping men recover from chemical dependency, we base our California substance abuse treatment program on four goals:

• Insure the client is medically stable including dual diagnosis evaluation and monitoring.
• Equip our clients and families with an understanding of addictive diseases and the tools to prevent relapse.
• Help every client experience the healing that comes from simply being in fellowship with others like himself.
• Successfully address personal obstacles to recovery (eg. difficult family relations, employment) while in treatment.